Fans of Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman have been inquiring about his relationship status since the box office smash dropped mid-February. While some feel co-star Lupita Nyong’o would be the perfect Nakia to his T’Challa, the 40-year-old actor is reportedly dating songstress Taylor Simone Ledward, 27.
Ledward’s own grandmother confirmed the rumored romance, telling In Touch, “They respect each other. She’s very happy, and he is, too.”
Check out photos of the couple below.
LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 18: Michael B. Jordan and Chadwick Boseman attend the NBA All-Star Game 2018 at Staples Center on February 18, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images)
Disney CEO Bob Iger (L), actor Michael B Jordan (C back to camera) and actor Chadwick Boseman (R) attend the 2018 NBA All-Star Game, February 18, 2018 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. / AFP PHOTO / Robyn Beck (Photo credit should read ROBYN BECK/AFP/Getty Images)
Ledward’s sister also confirmed their relationship via social media, telling a fan who asked about him potentially hooking up with Nyong’o that he’s a taken man.
“His real life queen is gorgeous, and together they embody true love. Not to mention they would make some beautiful babies!”
